Virgil Peach Tree
Description
Productive and uniform. Tree has beautiful, fragrant, pink flowers in the spring that develop into red-blushed fruit in late summer. Consistently bears large, round, firm fruit. Tasty and sweet, this peach is delightful for fresh eating and, beneath the blushed skin, there is a golden flesh perfect for processing. Fruit resists split-pits. Originates from Vineland Station, Canada in 1997. Clingstone. Ripens in August. Self-pollinating.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Pink |
| Chill Hours | 1000 |
| Fruit Color | Yellow |
| Fruit Size | Large |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Ripens/Harvest | August |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Firm And Juicy |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 4 |
| Zone Range | 5 - 8 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
5 - 8
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
In many cases, you may still want to plant pollinating partners to increase the size of your crops, but with self-pollinating varieties doing so is optional. You'll get fruit with only one plant!
Tools & Supplies
Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.
Planting & Care
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